Good morning, Stockton.
👋 Hi readers,
Tonight is the first in a series of candidate forums hosted by Delta College, starting with the Delta Board of Trustees candidates. We’ll be covering the forums over the next two weeks, and you can find out more about what’s coming up on Stocktonia.
Yesterday, our intern Edward saw a plume of smoke billowing as he was driving into the office, and like any good reporter, he followed it to its source. See his story and photos, our top story, below.
See stories on the recent threats made at area schools and an update on the pandemic’s lasting effects on education below.
Today’s top story
Old YMCA building near downtown Stockton goes up in flames
By Edward Lopez
A fire continues to rage Wednesday inside the former YMCA Building near downtown Stockton. The fire has left the structure as nothing but a skeleton of its former self. Police are currently blocking off surrounding streets near the fire on the corner of West Park and North Central streets, with the exception of El Dorado […]
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Last chance: RSVP to Stocktonia’s voter education event at Delta College
Stocktonia is partnering with CalMatters and Delta College to bring you a free community event to help you get informed about the upcoming elections.
VotingMatters: Ballots & Burritos
Monday, Sept. 23, 12-1:30 p.m.
Danner Hall, Delta College
Lunch will be provided.
RSVP by Friday, Sept. 20.
